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ON THE LEVEL It has been an absolute delight to open Manila House to Members and their guests once more, after almost two months of ECQ. In keeping with government regulations under Level 4 alert, we are limiting access to fully vaccinated Members and Guests, and ask that all who come to the Club show proof of vaccination. We are so appreciative of the fact that Members are complying with this rule. It’s important for everyone who comes into the Club to feel safe, including our Staff, all of whom are fully vaccinated, too. You may have noticed a few changes around Manila House, starting from the ground floor entrance, whose walls are now coated with a fresh green shade, and complemented by stunning artworks. Upstairs, our Retail Corner has been revitalized; we are constantly adding exciting and well-curated ranges of homeware, accessories and books, including the most covetable books from Assouline, not to mention selected tomes from Ayala Museum. And at the far end of the bar, we have begun construction on an exciting new addition to the Club’s facilites. All we can say at this point is that it will be a stunning room that occupies the area where The Grill used to be, a chic and cozy space that will be well worth the wait. As we head into October, the news that almost 70 per cent of the NCR population has been fully vaccinated leaves us feeling hopeful and elated. This is accompanied by the decrease in daily COVID positive cases and the concurrent increase in economic activity, bodes well for the last quarter of the year.

HOW TO SIGN UP Manila House Rewards is easy and convenient to access. The attached hyperlink https://manila-house.eber.co takes you to the registration/login page. You will be able to log in to your account using the primary email or mobile number connected to your Club membership.

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Editor Bambina Olivares Content & Marketing Manager Arci Catalan Graphic Artist Ma. Cristina Sy Editorial Adviser Anton San Diego

Bambina Olivares

Director of PR and Arts, Culture, and Education Programs

ON T H E COV ER

Cozy but socially-distanced al fresco setting at Avenue Deck

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OCTOBER 1

EDITOR'S NOTE

TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S

MEET OUR TEAM Housekeeping Team

CLUB RULES Attention All Members

CLUB NEWS Small Actions, Big Change

BENEFITS & PRIVILEGES

RECIPROCAL CLUBS

FOOD & BEVERAGE Manila House Signature Roast Chicken

R E TA I L C O R N E R Wicker Story

T R AV E L Fall Bliss, Foliage Views and Resort Relaxation

INTERVIEW Angel & David Guerrero

M E M B E R’ S C OR N E R Get Your Boo On

ON SHOW Pandemic Inspirations

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IN CASE YOU MISSED IT Design For Life Taliban 2.0 Beating the Burnout Blues The Rye Revolution

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CALENDAR OF EVENT S The Center: Valuing Manila’s Architectural Heritage Entering the International Property Market The Kids are Not Alright: The Impact of COVID-19 on Kids and Teens Halloween Trick and Treats! Cupcake Decorating Class for Kids

We welcome all fully vaccinated Members and their guests

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THE HOUSEKEEPING TEAM In a world of pandemic with mutating virus, keeping our space clean and orderly is our number one priority. Our diligent Housekeeping Team, composed of Ester Tanasac, Imy Bedayos, Shirley Domeyeg, Arlene Miranda and Benjie Mercado, is key to making sure Manila House remains a safe environment.

How long have you been with Manila House and what were you doing before joining the Club? Ester: I started working in Manila House in 2017 and my previous work was as a production operator in an electronics company. Imy: I was a nanny before I joined Manila House about a year ago. Shirley: I’ve been with Manila House for four years! Before that I worked as a school cashier and admin staff at the same time. Arlene: I worked as a kitchen staff before, and I’ve been part of Manila House for two years now. Benjie: I’m very grateful to be working in Manila House for four years. I used to work in a hotel in Quezon City before that..

Masks and face shields were removed for photo purposes

Arlene: I agree, not much difference except that the disinfecting is more frequent. Benjie: It was more tiring before the pandemic because the Club had more space! I feel a bit pressured now though because we have to make sure people can feel that they are safe when inside the Club. What is your favorite spot in Manila House, and why? Ester: My favourite spot in Manila House is the Avenue Deck because the ambience is so relaxing and you can see the beauty of BGC! Imy: My favorite spot is Avenue Deck, too! The open air is refreshing and the view is nice at night.

What was the difference between your tasks before and during the pandemic? How do you keep Manila House as safe and hygienic as possible?

Shirley: Avenue Deck as well! Best for looking over the BGC skyline.

Ester: The main difference is the number of guests we used to serve in the Club… it is now more controlled and limited. We also make sure that alcohol and sanitizer dispensers are available around the Club to make sure that our guests can use them anytime they want!

Benjie: Honestly my favorite spot in Manila House is the reception area! I had a memorable photo op there some years ago.

Imy: Our tasks were definitely lighter before, compared to now when we need to be more cautious and hygienic. We make sure to regularly clean and sanitize all areas.

Ester: I want to go on a vacation in my province so that I can see my lovely daughter!

Shirley: For me there’s not much difference in the sense that we’ve always done our best to keep Manila House clean and sanitized.

Shirley: I would like to go back to my hometown in Aklan. It’s been almost a decade since I’ve bene there.

Arlene: Avenue Deck is such a romantic spot!

If there were no pandemic, where would you want to go?

Imy: I want to go to Bacolod to visit my daughter.

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Arlene: Zambales… or Enchanted Kingdom together with my kids.

POP QUIZ

What do you do to destress and relax?

• The best cleaning agent I recommend is... Imy: Lysol Disinfecting Spray! Shirley: Zonrox the multicleaner! Arlene: Another vote for Zonrox!

Ester: I always think of the good things that happened and I cherish every moment --- that’s how I deal with stress and enables me to work with love!

• If I could dress up for Halloween it would be as...

Imy: I love to eat and watch movies. Shirley: I relax by having alone time and drinking coffee while listening to music. Arlene: I listen to music… and sleep! Benjie: I eat a lot! Haha! And sometimes go somewhere I haven’t been to yet.

Ester: Maleficent Imy: Annabelle Shirley: Maleficent too! Arlene: Starline’s Avenging Assassin •T he last TV series I binged watch was... Ester: Pinocchio Imy: Ang sa Iyo ay Akin Arlene: Korean Dramas The Heirs, Squid Game, and Penthouse

DIRECTORY

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Call us: +632 7 958 5007, +632 8 478 7163, +632 8 478 7165, +632 8 478 7176, +632 8 826 3196

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ATTENTION ALL MEMBERS MEMBER REFERRAL AND REWARDS PROGRAMME We’re accepting membership applications again. Refer a friend, family member or business associate for membership to Manila House and we’ll reward you! For every new Member you refer, you will receive a P10,000 voucher that is • redeemable against food and beverage consumption for dine-in and takeaways • non-transferrable and not convertible to cash • valid for six months from date of issue • valid for single transaction and shall not be claimed with any discount and promotions The voucher is released only upon the payment of membership joining fees by the new Member. The value of the voucher is fixed, regardless of membership type. For inquiries and more information regarding Member Referral Programme, please call +63 917 805 5941 or email membership@manilahouseinc.com

2022 ANNUAL DUES AND EARLY BIRD PROMO With the last quarter approaching, we encourage our Members to pay their 2022 dues on or before December 31, 2021, and get Early Bird Incentives: • 10% Discount to be given to Investors and their Nominees • F&B Voucher equivalent to monthly dues to be given to Founding, Regular, Associate and Junior Members Kindly send us a copy of the transaction slip once payment is made, for proper recording

MONTHLY CONSUMABLES Annual Dues are inclusive of P700 and P500 monthly consumables. Founding, Regular, and Associate Members will be entitled to P700 in monthly consumables. For Junior Members, the monthly consumable amount is P500. The consumable amounts may be used in all F&B outlets. If unused, the monthly consumable amount will be forfeited at the end of every month. For more information regarding Membership concerns, please call +63 917 805 5941 or email membership@manilahouseinc.com

F&B VOUCHERS We continue to encourage Members to purchase in advance the P10,000 F&B vouchers that are fully consumable and may be used for dine-in and takeaway. They may also be used as payment for webinar registration fees which include food delivery options. SUPPORT MANILA HOUSE VIA TAKEAWAY The current lockdown restrictions have meant that the Club is closed for dine-in until further notice. In the meantime, we urge all Members to support the Club, and its employees, by ordering from our Takeaway Menu. For your convience, we offer several ways to order Takeaway: Order from our website (shop.manilahouseinc com), through food delivery services (Pick-a-Roo, Grab Food and Foodpanda), or by calling us directly (+63 917 816 3685). Thank you for being part of the Manila House community, and for supporting your Manila House family.

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SMALL ACTIONS, BIG CHANGE Our Hot Meals for Heroes feeding initiative continues to deliver hot meals to medical frontliners

Philippine Children’s Medical Center

UST Hospital

HOW TO DONATE TO HOT MEALS FOR HEROES

Hot Meals delivered to Las Piñas Medical Center and East Avenue Medical Center 6

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Essentials in the Time of COVID A curated selection of necessary items from our partners

STAY WELL AT THE FARM AT SAN BENITO Detox, de-stress and emerge refreshed. Special rates at The Farm await Manila House Members. Room rates begin at P10,000++ per night and includes Nutrient-rich vegan breakfast for two; Holistic Health Orientation with our integrative Doctor; Participation in Mindful Movements: Yoga Sessions, Mandala Flower Meditation, Immune Boosting Juice and Blends Prep Class, Wellness Talks, and Nature Walks; Use of facilities; Complimentary WiFi To ensure a safe and comfortable stay, all guests are required to take a 15-minute FDA-approved rapid test on-site prior to entry at P2,500++ per person additional fee. Contact details: +63 918 884 8080, +63 917 572 2325 info@thefarm.com.ph www.thefarmatsanbenito.com

BANWA

EXCLUS MANILA

ESCAPE TO BANWA ISLAND

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Banwa Private Island is Palawan’s most talked about new all-villa holiday destination for discerning guests seeking the ultimate in contemporary luxury, privacy and bespoke service.

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Located within a marine protected area and home to an abundance of rare and vivid flora and fauna, Banwa Private Island has six magnificent beach-front villas, each with their own infinity pool providing the utmost in privacy and tranquility. World-class amenities include a stunning open kitchen restaurant and terrace bar, a spa pavilion featuring floodlit tennis court, gym, massage suite, Pilates/yoga studio and juice bar. There’s a dive centre and short-game golf course, too. Remote, yet not removed, the 6.5-hectare island is accessible via helicopter or seaplane direct to the island from Manila, or via private jet to San Vicente or Puerto Princesa. Furthermore, short-hop heli transfers from San Vicente, Puerto Princesa or El Nido make for a stunning guest arrival experience on the Banwa Private Island’s heli-lawn, after a 1-hour commercial flight from Manila. Voted ‘Private Island of the Year’ in the Destination Deluxe Awards, Banwa Private Island’s sought-after exclusivity is more timely and important than ever before. Guests can opt to stay in any one of Banwa Private Island’s six beach-front villas or, for the ultimate friends and family escape, the entire island can be chartered on an ‘exclusively yours’ basis. For more information, please visit www.banwaprivateisland.com

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BANWA PRIVATE ISLAND EXCLUSIVELY YOURS MANILA HOUSE MEMBERS BENEFIT Manila House Members enjoy a US$ 300 Island Credit per night of stay, for every 2 guests in any villa category. Complimentary villa upgrade, subject to availability. Seasonal villa rates start from US$2,300 for 2 guests, inclusive of meals and selected activities. Terms & Conditions:  Minimum of 3 nights stay  Island credits are applicable for spa treatments, activities, food & beverage  Travel period through to December 2021. Booking period is 14 days prior to check-in  Offer is based on full pre-payment at time of booking, non-cumulative or combinable with other offers. We extend our 'Goodwill Postponement Policy' until 22nd December 2021, whereby cancellation over seven (7) days prior to arrival will be credited in full for a future stay within 12 months from the stay date (not applicable during the peak period). For bookings and inquiries ,please contact reservations@banwaprivateisland.com

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SANIVIR SMOKE DISINFECTANT Manufactured in Spain and tested according to stringent standards to assure its effectiveness against the Coronavirus, other types of viruses, bacteria, fungi and spores, Sanivir Smoke contains Glutaraldehyde and Orthophenylphenol which are both FDA and CDC approved active ingredients ideal in killing viruses. • Ideal for all enclosed spaces • Easy to use, no residue, non-corrosive • Can penetrate hard to reach areas such as crevices, air vents, ceiling as well as surfaces • It can be used every two weeks depending on the area

LifeScience X Manila House Purchase your LifeScience Supplements at our Online Shop shop.manilahouseinc.com

BioConcepts Orthoplex BioActive Lipids Php2,300

BioConcepts Orthoplex CitraMag Php1,720

Douglas Laboratories Vitamin D3 1000IU Php500

Manila House Members enjoy specially discounted prices for Sanivir Smoke Discounted Price per can P1,200 Sanivir Smoke 25g 3 SRP: P1,500 50 m (15 to 30 sq. m) Sanivir Smoke 1kg P4,800 2,000 m3 (500-550 sq. m) SRP: P6,000

Douglas Laboratories Vitamin D3 5000IU Php1,000

LCPI LiposomalMelatonin Sublingual Spray Php1,200

Prices are exclusive of 12% vat and exclusive of delivery charges. Price of this item is subject to change without prior notice. For more information, please call

371-3936, 411-2627 or 411-2592

Pure Encapsulations Zinc Picolinate Php825

LCPO Immuni-3 Php1,540

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Manila House Members now enjoy reciprocal rights at the following Clubs

1 2 H AY H I L L

A L L B R I G HT

London United Kingdom

M O D E R N I ST

TH E BAT TE RY

San Francisco, CA USA

ART Y Z E N C LU B Hong Kong

TH E CO U RT

London United Kingdom

T O W ER CLUB Singapore

THE CITY SOCIETY

Beijing

San Francisco, CA USA

T H E A M E R I CA N CLUB HONG KO N G

KJA RVA L Reykjavík Iceland

P ERSH ING Austin, TX USA

1880

Singapore

Hong Kong

W E_ AR E Paris France

B RO DY L A N D Budapest Hungary

HERE HOUSE Aspen, CO USA

STRAITS CLAN

Singapore

THE QUORUM Gurugram & Mumbai

U N I T E D S E RV I C E S

R E C R E AT I O N C L U B

Hong Kong

WORK CLUB GLOBAL Australia

SY D N E Y S U PR E M E

SY D N E Y BA R A N GA RO O

SY D N E Y BAR R AC K PL AC E

CA N D E L A N U E VO Melbourne Australia

CARTE L C LU B Cape Town South Africa

Please note that all requests for visits to and bookings at our reciprocal clubs must be coursed through Manila House at least three (3) days before your intended visit. Please include the dates of your visit, as well as the number of guests you wish to bring, as each club sets its own limits. We kindly remind you to wait for email confirmation that your visit has been approved before proceeding to the reciprocal club. Please refrain from calling the reciprocal club directly to announce your visit. You may also be required to present your Manila House Membership Card when you arrive at the reciprocal club.

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MANILA HOUSE

SIGNATURE ROAST CHICKEN Freshly roasted goodness straight from our kitchen, prepared with our special mouthwatering rice stuffing. Choose from Pork or Chicken Adobo, Mushroom Truffle, Afritada, Thai Pineapple and Paella Rice Stuffing

*Advance notice of 3 hours is required **For inquiries and takeaway orders, please call +63 917 816 3685 or email reservations@manilahouseinc.com 11

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WICKER STORY

Adorn your table with timeless pieces crafted from wicker and bamboo. The new collection by Margiela Manila is now available at the Retail Corner Php 1490

Php 1390

Php 1990 Php 2490

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Php 1990

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FALL BLISS, FOLIAGE VIEWS AND RESORT RELAXATION

Our exclusive travel partner, Essentialist, shares some of their travel inspiration and insights for the fall season.

Exclusive Member Benefit Reminder As a reminder, all Manila House members are eligible to receive a complimentary Essentialist membership (valued at $1,800). To learn more about Essentialist and activate your membership, click here!

For our partner Essentialist, Fall is one of the best seasons to travel thanks to ideal weather, fewer crowds and better vailability for most destinations. Their top editors share their picks for travel this season now that we can all start to move around a little more freely again. From luxuriating at a beach resort to enjoying the wilderness to exploration by boat, let our travel stories get you inspired for your next trip!

Whether it’s a weekend escape to Miami or a 3-week safari in South Africa, their team of destination editors and local insiders provide expertly curated, one-of-a-kind itineraries of their favorite hotels, restaurants, shops and unique experiences that capture the very essence of a place.

Essentialist x Manila House Membership Benefits: •1:1 Personal Travel Designer •Ultra-personalized, bespoke itineraries with access to unique experiences •Curated insight from leading travel and lifestyle editors •Exclusive flight and accommodation access and benefits

The Wonders of The Pacific Rim National Park Experience a health-enhancing dose of nature and get lost in the beauty that surrounds these trails. Enjoy in`credible views and challenge your inner adventurer, choosing from a range of hikes. Steven Threndyle reports

Top 5 Resorts to Book this Fal It’s the time for hot apple cider, sweater weather, fall foliage and beautiful nature hikes. From luxurious glamping to 5-star rusticretreats, explore scenic backdrops and mouthwatering cuisine at these five unique resorts that are perfect for your next fall adventures.

Kagoshima, Japan Known as the Sicily of East Asia, Kagoshima is lush, subtropical and beloved for its secret wild Onsen, sacred temples and shrines, and countless national parks. By Adam H. Graham

Sri Lanka’s Magical Beach Retreats Katie Lockhart takes us on a voyage to five stunning beachfront retreats in Sri Lanka. From jungle safaris and animal encounters to pink sunsets above rising coconut trees, there’s no shortage of postcard-perfect moments.

Top 5 Luxury Expedition Ships Travel to remote places like Alaska, Antarctica and the Galapagos Islands, onboard these brand new luxury adventure ships. By Ashlea Halpern

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ANGEL & DAVID GUERRERO answer the Manila House Questionnaire

“Success should be defined in one’s own terms, the pursuit of your own goals and it should motivate you to push your limits.” What’s the last movie/series you watched? Angel: The discovery of the intersection of music and technology, so well presented by the credible music-geek, songwriter and DJ Mark Ronson in the documentary miniseries, “Watch The Sound with Mark Ronson” on apple TV. David: I watched the restored version of My Fair Lady(1964) on Netflix with Audrey Hepburn and Rex Harrison. I knew a lot of the songs but I had never seen the film before. It’s great. What book is in your bookshelf but you’ve never read?

Photo by Kimi Lim

Tell us what you do. Angel: I am a publisher of a magazine that covers the world of creativity. David: I am Creative Chairman of BBDO Guerrero, an advertising agency. How do you define success? Angel: The triumphant feeling when the all the mussels open up when I’m cooking Moules Marinière. But seriously, the idea of success is sometimes misrepresented and creates undue pressure when there needs to be none. Success should be defined in one’s own terms, the pursuit of your own goals and it should motivate you to push your limits. David: Success is completing something you care about. From a 30-minute workout to a four-year degree. And from writing a 30-second commercial to a 300-page book. What life lessons did you derive from the pandemic? Angel: The pandemic put us all on pause. The world benefited from this pause, healing our over-worked environment visibly observed by the lack of smog in the city center and more birds are singing. This pause allowed me to take stock and redefine what matters and what matters most. A discovery that we as people, once put in unchartered situations, become more adaptive and creative than we could ever imagine. David: I learned to be grateful. Tried to be more generous. And finally understood the motto of my old university (Sussex, England) which is “Be Still and Know.”

Angel: There are quite a few but I want to find time to pick up “A Visit from the Goon Squad” by Jennifer Egan. It is seemingly very smart and very funny. Need a dose of that. David: Will Self ’s novel “Phone.” I just never get round to picking it up. What song can’t you get out of your head? Angel: Billy Eilish’s debut and career-defining song, Ocean Eyes. David: We work with a lot of great music at work. Currently: “Total Eclipse of the Heart” by Bonnie Tyler (for Pepsi) and “It’s Always a Good Time” by Owl City and Carly Rae Jepsen (for Megaworld Lifestyle Malls.) What would you like to see in the “next normal”? Angel: A fine-tuned world where the truth prevails. David: Something like the old normal but with a lot less CO2. What’s your favorite thing about Manila House? Angel & David: Unanimously, your Davao Goat’s Cheese Salad, ‘made with mounds of goat’s cheese, arugula leaves, plus bits of watermelon and cherry tomatoes for a burst of summer sweetness in every forkful.’ If you had to be quarantined (again) which country would you choose to be in? Angel: Where we are now. Home in the Philippines. David: Yes, agree. No place like home.

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GET YOUR BOO ON

Members share what they would come as to scare

Sarah Niro

I’d dress up as Ursula (the sea witch) from The Little Mermaid — because my daughter is currently obsessed with that movie. She can be Ariel and I can be Ursula.

Lally Dizon

I would come as a zombie.

Julie Boschi

Enrique Valles

Biggest nightmare of everybody this year is Covid-19 so if I really want to scare people, I shall dress as one. Or probably wolf in sheep’s clothing which is the bogeyman come election time.

If I was to dress to scare, I’d come as a squid game marshal with the square symbol because they were the scariest characters that could inflict the worst damage!

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PANDEMIC INSPIRATIONS

A SOLO SHOW BY BRYAN TEVES COMES TO MANILA HOUSE “Rest To Ration” is a solo exhibition by artist Bryan B. Teves, who took inspiration f rom the pandemic and the unexpected benefits that the situation has brought the world, despite the pain that it’s also caused — circumstances that have allowed the environment a moment of respite from the daily drudgery of traffic and machinery. Teves’ life-like depictions of both flora and human figures are thanks to his use of real models to reproduce his ideas in real life before he commits them onto his preferred medium. In many of the show’s works, abundant foliage snakes around a woman, who rests peacefully with a tranquil smile on her face while embraced by the vegetation. He skilfully renders the representations onto canvas using oil paint, which he prefers because of its malleability and the flexibility it affords the artist, a quality needed to produce his smooth and fluid pictorial portrayals of bodies and foliage.

As with most of Teves’ paintings, he takes inspiration from nature, injecting a positive or negative connotation onto his renderings as he sees fit. In this case, it was the pandemic and the subsequent positive effect it has had on our natural surroundings, despite the corresponding negative effects it may have also brought with it. With this collection, Teves communicates his hope for both nature and daily human life to return to normalcy. The exhibit’s title, Rest To Ration (restoration), serves as an ode to the way Mother Nature was given the breathing space to restore itself to its natural beauty and wonder, if only for this short moment.

“Recovery” | 2021

-Sabrina Jeongco

Oil on canvas 48” x 60”

Presented in partnership with:

“Restart” | 2020 Oil on canvas 48” x 48”

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DESIGN FOR LIFE

Design informs everything we do, and everything we use, whether we acknowledge it or not. Design thinking is a mind

shift that helps us solve challenges in life, and can be applied to the expression of Filipino culture, heritage and identity. Discussing the relevance of design and design thinking was a panel of designers, educators and stylists from the

creative fields: Ramon Galicia (Academic Chairperson of SoFA Design Institute), Amina Arañaz (Accessories Designer) and Ram Lopez-Vito Bucoy (Interior Stylist)

“Going to design school does not mean you are locked into becoming a fashion designer or an interior designer… Of course it happens, many times, that after finishing a course you realize it’s not the path for you. However, really learning to think like a designer, how to navigate the unknown, can solve problems, ask the right questions, answer questions, empathize with people and find solutions - all of these are life skills. These are skills that you can use, whichever path you take. Personally, skills I have used also in my entrepreneurship path. Fro me, being a designer and an entrepreneur is so interlinked, and they complement each other in so many ways, because studying design teaches you to be open-minded, it teaches you to not just look for one solution, but to find many answers, look for a variety of answers..” ~ Amina Arañaz

“[When] I [chose to] take that jump, I think at that particular moment, I was able to realize that yes, it may not be definitive where I’m going, but I think having that sense of purpose, passion and meaning, regardless whether it was going to be a failure or not, is something that is very ‘design-thinking.’ It’s very open-ended - I didn’t know. I was in the US looking for a job, doing odd jobs, during 2007-2008 when the economy was slumping. I had to go home. But it was okay. Because I would rather work in a place that would not be paying so much, at least during that time, but I know that I find meaning, that I’m happy, waking up and creating and giving my value.” ~ Ramon Galicia

“I wish I had gone to design school. It took a lot of convincing, but it still didn’t work out for my family. I’m definitely take a design course next year. One thing you have to do is to be really open to learning, and open to failure. Because things won’t be like a yellow brick road for everyone. There can be bumps along the way; learn from it and don’t be discouraged, just be happy and put out all your positive energy towards it. As long as your passion is there, things will thrive. That’s how I see it.” ~ Ram Lopez-Vito Bucoy

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To watch the full webinar, visit our YouTube channel

TALIBAN 2.0

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After 20 years in Afghanistan fighting a “forever” war, the United States pulled out. This action was the result of a slapdash agreement with the Taliban and the administration of then-president Donald Trump, which president Joseph Biden chose to honor. It was the right thing to do, even if it was even if it was awkwardly carried out at the beginning. By the August 31 withdrawal date, the US and its allies managed to evacuate over 100,000 US citizens, dual Afghan and US citizens, aid workers, Afghans who had worked with the US during the 20 year occupation as translators, drivers, photographers and the like. Many Aghans still remain, desperate to leave and fearing retribution from the Taliban. In 2001, after the invasion of Afghanistan, it was thought that the Taliban had been largely neutered. However, considering the swiftness with which the entire country fell to Taliban control in August – it took a mere two weeks, itʼs clear that the Taliban – extreme Islamists who donʼt believe in education and independence for women – are back in power. Have they changed? Has the USʼs Aghan adventure, for want of a better word, been the abject failure the mainstream media has made it out to be? Is there hope for Afghanistan and the Afghans? These questions and more were discussed at a recent webinar featuring a distinguished panel that consisted of seasoned international journalist and news presenter Veronica Pedrosa, former United Nations Environment Programme management expert Ernie Wijanco, and political analyst Victor Manhit.

“Whenever I think of Afghanistan, I think of that time [my ex-husband, a CNN cameraman] went there before the Taliban and after the Taliban. During the Taliban rule, he managed to get the Taliban to allow CNN in there and to take some reports. As you know - anyone knows who’s been watching over the last couple of weeks, they are no fans of journalists. So they came up with all sorts of hoops for the journalists to jump through, and coming up with the restriction that if CNN was going to film under the Taliban supervision, they were not to film anything living because this was, in their strict interpretation of Islam haram, or forbidden. So they scratched their heads a bit and came up with a really creative bit of television, I thought. It was an absolutely evocative way of the dehumanizing of society that happened during Taliban rule. What happened was that they filmed the shoes of people outside a classroom... or an empty classroom and you could hear the children in the background crying, shouting and playing. You could see a skyline of Kabul, for example, you could hear the call to prayer. It was extremely evocative, you get a sense of a place where humans are not allowed to be human.” ~ Veronica Pedrosa “At the end of the day, we miss also the point that the whole government collapsed, the military collapsed. And what do you have as an alternative? It’s a reality and it’s quite sad for the people of Afghanistan. It’s a reality that the image of their two-term president Karzai meeting with the Taliban [presents]. What was that? That the first president being engaged by the US but was not strong enough? What about the vicepresident, the sitting vice-president? He’s still there in Afghanistan. Maybe as things settle down, we will see some of these issues evolving. Will the Taliban rule by their old ways? Will there be a disconnect between the one that is more international looking or the ones with the mullahs? It’s hard to speculate at this time. I believe that they also have to deal with the warlords all over the region, whether they use force to fight them again. But that will drain their resources internally.” ~ Victor Manhit

“Afghanistan sits on approximately $1million to $3million worth of precious metals like lithium and China wants to get into that. But how much - how do you say, the detail is in the devil - exactly how much and where would they allow China to do those mines? There’s a lot of archeological sites - that’s also a question for some of the Afghans… [As for opium] opium grows in very poor soil and very poor conditions, so it’s easy to grown them. Afghanistan has a lot of frozen assets abroad - $9 million in New York and somewhere else… if they don’t get the money, they’re just going to grow more opium - ‘okay, if you don’t free up our money, then we’ll just export more opium.’” ~ Ernie Wijangco

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BEATING THE BURNOUT BLUES

As we pass the 18-month mark of the pandemic, we continue to live in a state of constant stress and anxiety, enduring constant lockdowns and worrying about emerging COVID variants while trying to go about our daily lives - personally and professionally - as normally as is possible under the current circumstances. In fact, as wellness expert, health advocate and preventive medicine doctor (and Manila House Member) Kaycee Reyes, MD, said in a recent online conversation, itʼs completely normal to feel overwhelmed, but she offered strategies to avoid burnout. While her clinic Luminisce Holistic Skin Innovation primarily focuses on skin care, she has expanded the range of services to include life coaching and wellness, pointing out that many conditions, including stress, can be gleaned from the state of our skin. Seven lucky Members won a host of luxurious treatments, courtesy of Luminisce, during the special raffle draw.

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THE RYE REVOLUTION

Brian Treacy, President of Sagamore USA, zoomed in from Baltimore, Maryland, to conduct an exclusive masterclass featuring three expressions of Sagamore Spirit Rye Whiskey, paired with mouthwatering morsels of food prepared by Executive Chef Piya Suthasiri to complement the distinct characters of each whiskey:

Double Oak Honey & Black Pepper Cured Pork Ribs

Signature Rye Hot Smoked Wagyu Beef Tataki with Spiced Soy Sauce Cask Strength Bitter Chocolate Tart, Caramelized Peach and Butterscotch

Whiskey Ambassador Kris Ong hosted the event, and ably conveyed his expert knowledge of and deep passion for Sagamore Spirit. Held in partnership with Sagamore Philippines, the event was capped by a raffle, and the winner, Robbie Delgado, received one full-sized bottle of Sagamore Spirit.

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ZOOMING IN Join us on Zoom for our programme of informative, entertaining and illuminating talks which encompass art & design, culture, history and current events

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Valuing Manila’s Architectural Heritage October 2, 2021 Saturday at 5PM Preserving and promoting “heritage” gained ground with the invention of “modernity” in the West. Even as societies looked forward to a technologically and socially advanced future, they also looked back to their past to retain what was of value. Outstanding creations by past generations began to be seen as potential sources of a strong pride of place.

Fernando Zialcita Veronica Pedrosa Author Award-winning Philosopher and Anthropologist News Presenter andUniversity Journalist Ateneo de Manila

Why preserve Intramuros, the Former Wall Street of Binondo, Tutuban Station, and the ancestral houses in San Nicolas? While reasons may vary from community to community, the importance of heritage is undeniable.

Let’s talk about heritage preservation as we launch Endangered Splendor: Manila’s Architectural Heritage 1571-1960 ( Volume 1: The Center) with the authors Fernando Zialcita, Erik Akpedonu, with Bambina Olivares as moderator.

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ENTERING THE INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MARKET

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How to Obtain an International Mortgage in the US, UK, Canada, and Australia While Living in Asia October 20, 2021 Wednesday at 5PM

The past year has shown us that we all must slow down and enjoy the time we have with our families and the intention of owning a vacation or investment home overseas has never been stronger. However, financing has always been a challenge - until now.

Donald Klip Co-Founder, Global Mortgage Group

Global Mortgage Group, together with its subsidiary America Mortgages, are the world’s leading international mortgage company. With over 300 global lending relationships, we have created loan programs to address the specific requirements of our clients in Asia. Our bespoke loan programs recognize income from your home country, do not require a credit footprint or previous residency in the country of your purchase, and can accommodate high-value, complex holding structures as well.

Robert Chadwick CEO, America Mortgages

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THE KIDS ARE NOT ALRIGHT:

The Impact of Covid-19 on Kids and Teens October 27, 2021 Monday at 5PM Children and adolescents may appear to be less at risk for severe COVID-19 symptoms, but the pandemic has significantly disrupted their lives in other ways.

Dra. Olivia Camille Reyes CMI Pediatric Emergency Medicine specialist

Dra. Olivia Camille Reyes, CMI’s Pediatric Emergency Medicine specialist discusses the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on kids and teens and what parents can do to help them cope in the “new normal”. Presented in partnership with:

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HALLOWEEN TRICK AND TREATS! CUPCAKE DECORATING CLASS FOR KIDS October 30, 2021 Saturday at 3PM

Inviting all you little monsters for an online cupcake decorating class! Register in advance and receive your own Halloween Cupcake Kit!

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